Living off the grid is a great way to be self-sufficient, but what do you do when you are lost when on a camping trip or trying to survive after a disaster? Anyone who is lost in the woods and has no food has the option to eat berries. There are also insects you can eat.
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There are many things that occur in nature that can cause a lot of damage to a home. Insects can be one of the most destructive if you do not take proper precautions. One of the worst insects if you have a wood structure is termites. Luckily, a lot of DIY termite treatments are … [Read more...]

Are you or someone you know afraid of spiders? This is not uncommon as they often look scary to any person who just doesn't like bugs and insects. There are many species of spiders in the US that are easy to identify. A chart is available for North American spider identification.
One thing that … [Read more...]

What is the one thing that will be a huge problem for anyone with a garden? If your answer is bugs, then you would be right. Common bugs in a garden are beetles. Some types of beetles are beneficial, but the squash bug is not. You should know how to kill squash bugs in your garden.
The squash bug … [Read more...]

Do you live in an area that is more wet than dry during the summer? If your home is too humid, then it could be a great place for insects like silverfish. This is a type of insect is basically harmless, but it will be creepy all the same. Luckily, there are many natural ways to get rid of … [Read more...]

The bane of a lot of gardeners is insects that eat and destroy flowers or crop plants. However, there are a lot of insects that can actually be helpful to keep your garden healthy. You will need to know the exact types of beneficial insects to protect your garden.
You need to research the types … [Read more...]

Do you have a problem with ants invading your home during the summer? The use of ant traps and any other type of toxic solution is not the best option to keep your home healthy. A better solution is to find a variety of natural ways to keep insects out of your home.
You may be surprised to learn … [Read more...]

Do you know there are many simple solutions that can be used instead of store bought products. If you want an alternative to chemical fertilizers or plant food, then consider using cinnamon. There are lots of benefits this spice provides and there are also many reasons plants love … [Read more...]

It's true. Flies seem to appear in places where they are unexpected. If you want a great way to prevent flies from becoming a nuisance, then a homemade fly spray is a great option.
The best thing about a homemade fly spray is no harmful chemicals are used. This means you will not have any problems … [Read more...]

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